Updated regulations at number 44 in the eligibility table. It doesn't affect the eligibility for standard DBS checks for individuals covered by the new regulations.

19 March 2015 12:32pm

Added an updated Welsh version of the eligibility guide.

6 March 2015 10:01am

Includes a new NHS role where the work involves counter fraud measures, the investigation of offences or security management. A DBS standard level check can be submitted.

1 September 2014 9:03am

Changes to legislation - the eligibility guidance and child workforce document have both been updated to include some new entries about the introduction of child minder agencies by Ofsted. These show in the eligibility guidance from reference number 34 onwards.

5 August 2014 1:25pm

Welsh copy of the eligibility guidance updated to version 5.

30 July 2014 8:45am

Eligibility guide and workforce documents updated.

15 May 2014 2:18pm

The eligibility and workforce guidance has been updated to reflect changes to the legislation that gives employers access to DBS checks for individuals who work with children.

14 February 2014 9:37am

Fixed the link to regulated activity with children on the Department for Education website

23 December 2013 10:46am

Added a link to the DBS sample policy on the recruitment of ex-offenders.

29 October 2013 2:23pm

Added guidance documents about adult and child workforces. Supervision guidance has also been added.

22 October 2013 2:38pm

Added a Welsh version of the guide.

9 October 2013 5:15pm

Added information about submitting an application eligibility enquiry to the DBS